Abrasive Wear Resistance of NiCrBSi Composite Claddings with Different Type of Reinforcement

In this study abrasive wear resistance of NiCrBSi self-fluxing alloys claddings reinforced by tungsten carbide (up to 80 vol.%) and pure tungsten (up to 50 vol.%) was compared. For this purpose, metal matrix composite samples were cladded by diode laser then metallography studies and hardness measurements were provided. Finally, all specimens passed ASTM G65 abrasion test and their wear resistance was compared to alternatives claddings.